Rendering Just Dues Reference Verse
A compact excerpt from Romans 13 7 urging dues and tribute be rendered to respective authorities, noting due respect for law and order in a concise, devotional biblical line.
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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 21, 1941
Page
4
A compact excerpt from Romans 13 7 urging dues and tribute be rendered to respective authorities, noting due respect for law and order in a concise, devotional biblical line.
A congressman cites two reasons for weak defense bond sales. Strikes disrupt production as wages rise while trainees earn low pay, absorbing funds that could fund bonds. He also argues government should cut non-defense spending and show decisive results before raising a large defense fund.
The piece recalls the May 21 1856 attack in Lawrence when Sheriff Jones led a force to destroy the Free State hotel and two newspaper offices. The hotel burned, presses were broken, a home burned, and stores looted as the town faced a clash over the free state movement. The Lecompton Union framed the event as a triumph of law and order over fanaticism.
The text argues that Nazi theory promotes one dominant race, specifically Germans, as entitled to global leadership. It contends that most groups accept inequality, but the German claim to superiority threatens equal opportunity and will provoke resistance as efforts to impose dominance continue by force.
Iceland’s parliament votes to dissolve the union with Denmark, aligning with democracies. The move marks the world’s oldest parliament casting its lot with modern democratic states.
President Roosevelt announces the experimental shift of Thanksgiving back to the traditional date next year. He notes it failed to boost Christmas retail sales and caused confusion, with many Kansans observing the old date. The move is described as a minor new deal notion now being dropped as a bad job.
Pro and anti administration senators urged the United States to seize the French islands in the western hemisphere. The coarse plan called for permanent acquisition, prompting questions about timing and quality. The piece argues such steps should be temporary wartime measures to counter Nazi influence.
The Paris press, under German influence, continues to attack President Roosevelt and the American policy. With Nazi and American goals clashing, German propaganda is expected to be used to sway French views in favor of the Nazi position, despite the French regard for Americans as friends.
The Kansas City Star compares a year without machine rule in Kansas City and Louisiana, noting creditable records in both places. It also observes a common thread: interests that once held power for graft are determined to regain it if possible.
Mayor LaGuardia has been appointed to head civilian defense, a move that could influence civil protection depending on future developments and events.
The report notes that Churchill is aware of any remarks from Hess but remains tight lipped and has not disclosed them yet.
A curious notice from The Concordia Blade Empire hints at a grapefruit described as perfect with a heavy perfume and suggests the fruit can act as its own atomizer, reflecting a whimsical local sentiment.
In a formal morning release Soviet Russia delegates at the world wheat conference oppose plans to reduce acreage. They cite industrial and social conditions requiring increased wheat production. Nearby events include a major air show in Chicago and local infrastructure and education news.
The piece notes F. P. Butler of Lawrence elected grand counsellor of the United Commercial Travelers at a recent meeting in Independence. It also mentions Friends of General Leonard Wood planning a presidential bid. Kansas Jayhawkers defeated Kansas Aggies 66 to 43 at Manhattan relays. Theater listings promise several films this week. Villa is reported active south of Parral under an alias, with U S troops nearing Mexico. Mayor Francisco calls a meeting with Lawrence merchants on Sunday sales. Ministerial Alliance protests Sunday trade and urges enforcement of the ordinance.
Twenty five years ago the administration shipping bill aimed to upbuild the merchant marine and strengthen the navy passed the House, nearly in the same form as introduced. The measure seeks to expand naval and commercial shipping capabilities through new policy and funding.
Paula battles with Chris over his commitment to the Greek League while Tony offers support and a party escape. Paula asks Tony for help as Chris hints at a secret obligation, then Chooses to join Tony’s party despite lingering feelings and fear of breaking promises. The campus hums with exams and expectations as tensions rise.
The landing of 3,000 German parachute troops on Crete marks a growing invasion effort with glider and paratroop drops. British-Greek defenses claim initial successes in repelling the first wave as Berlin denies mistreatment of paratroopers. Crete’s strategic value as a naval and air base underlines its importance in eastern Mediterranean operations.
The Dallas clothing store benefactor I. Rude, aged 66, who had given away clothing every Christmas for 29 years, died yesterday. He came to America from Austria at age 14 and often remembered times when he himself had little to eat.
A duly qualified Queens County judge and an assistant district attorney prepared to sign affidavits when court procedure halted by a mouse chewing the sole of a reporter’s shoe. The reporter failed to notice amid the proceedings before a recess and two attendants captured the intruder.
An excited caller claimed the Memorial Coliseum was on fire with flames leaping 100 feet in the air. Six fire engines rushed to the peristyle where the Olympic torch flickered, relit for youth preparedness week, but no blaze was found.
In Baton Rouge on May 21 police found a coat and a note describing a death by own action near the Mississippi river levee. The man, who had been expected at the address in the missive, explained he changed his mind after landing in cold water and waded ashore.
British authorities ordered the closure of consulates in Beirut Syria and removal of staff by week end in reprisal for Royal Air Force bombardments of Syrian airfields.
To celebrate anniversary the stewardess board of St Luke A M E church will mark its sixty first anniversary Friday evening May 28. An appropriate program will be rendered.
Mrs McKinley shows improved condition and the President is cheerful. Distinguished visitors attend the Pan American exposition opening in Buffalo New York. Constant city improvements include massachusetts street paving completion at Euclid Ontario and daily urban sights spark interest with electric lights and blooms.
At El Potosi Bolivia a 20289 foot peak fuels a mining surge. War in Europe raises tin demand and Bolivian mines run at top speed. Bolivia profits from metals exports, led by tin antimony and tungsten, with 1940 exports up about half. Rubber and Latin American production face shifting global demand.
Mrs Richard Garrett joins her husband in Florence Alabama after visiting in Baldwin with the Garrett family. Waverly High School seniors hear Paul C Kochan on Reaching For the Stars. Bonner Springs visitors stay with Lenore Dowers in Baldwin. First Methodist breakfast club tours Case library and Picnics. Alpha Delta Sigma to meet May 31 with James Malin as speaker. Baker senior initiations May 6. Lawrence trips and Emporia hospitalized Mary Louise Hamer. Baldwin Junior Music Club performs in Centenary Hall. Philomathean, Holcombe Hour, and May club meetings noted. Mrs E D Axton returns to New York after Baldwin visit.
Radio schedule shows KMBC WDAF WREN listing programs by half hour from 5:30 PM to midnight May 21 22 indicating hosts hosts such as Mandrake Magician Bob Trout Glenn Miller and Eddie Cantor and orchestra appearances.
The census bureau announced that federal civilian employees in the executive branch totaled 1,202,848 at month end, a new peak. The prior record was 1,184,521 last December, with the March payroll totaling $184,244,306.
Gov. Payne H. Ratner names A. Swenson of Wichita to head the state aviation association and Mrs. Clyde Trees of Winfield as new members of the State Planning Board, announced May 21.
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